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Spanish Language, Literature and Translation

45.03.02 In English and Russian

Level of education Bachelor

Type of instruction Full-time

Duration 4 years

With additional qualifications of 'Spanish Language Teacher' / 'Translator'

Programme description

The undergraduate programme "Spanish Language" (with additional qualifications of "Spanish Language Teacher" / "Translator") is designed to prepare versatile professionals in the fields of intercultural and interlinguistic communication, translation, and Spanish language teaching. Throughout the programme, students acquire proficiency in several foreign languages, gain extensive knowledge of the cultures of the respective language regions, and develop a deep understanding of linguistic and general humanities disciplines. Additionally, students develop professional competencies in translation and foreign language teaching.

Students receive a rigorous general philological and linguistic education following the carefully preserved traditions of the St Petersburg School of Linguistics. It enables students to continue their studies in the chosen field, and advantageously solve specific professional tasks in a variety of activities. This academic programme offers students the opportunity to develop practical skills in translation and interpreting between Russian and Spanish across a variety of stylistic and thematic contexts. Students will gain professional proficiency in several foreign languages, acquire extensive knowledge of the cultures associated with these languages and regions, and have in-depth linguistics and general humanitarian knowledge. A special focus in training future specialists is on the early development of professional skills and competences within the framework of various internships and career guidance events.

Upon completion of the programme, graduates are awarded the additional qualifications ‘Teacher of Foreign Language and Literature’ / ‘Translator/Interpreter’.

Main courses
  • Spanish Language
  • English Language
  • Second Foreign Language (French/Italian/Portuguese/Romanian — student’s choice)
  • History of the Spanish Language
  • Lexicology  and Stylistics of the Spanish Language
  • Theoretical Grammar of the Spanish Language
  • Theory and Practice of Translation
  • Introduction to Romance Philology
  • History of Russian and World Literature
  • Modern Russian Language and the Culture of Speech
  • Catalan / Galician
  • Chinese
  • Spanish Area Studies and National Varieties of the Spanish Language
  • History of the Literature of Spanish-Speaking Countries (in Spanish)
  • Modern Educational Technologies
Our advantages

Graduates receive a solid foundation in philology and linguistics, rooted in the well-preserved traditions of the St Petersburg Linguistic School. This enables them not only to pursue further education in their chosen field but also to successfully address specific professional challenges in various areas. They acquire skills in oral and written translation and gain in-depth knowledge of the history and culture of Spanish-speaking countries.

Key advantages:
  • Fluency in three foreign languages
  • Proficiency in various methods of linguistic analysis, methodological foundations of foreign language teaching, and research skills in linguistic fields
  • Unique courses in simultaneous and written translation, as well as access to experimental laboratories
  • The level of training allows graduates to enrol in master’s programmes across a wide range of specialisations
Career opportunities

Internships are conducted at translation agencies, international departments, and the SPbU Clinic of Social Translation.

Graduates are prepared to work as translators and interpreters with proficiency in two foreign languages, tour guides, foreign language teachers, editors, assistants, in publishing houses, in mass communication, and in scientific research.

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The programme descriptions for the 2025/2026 academic year are currently being updated. Information regarding admissions for the 2025/2026 academic year is available on the St Petersburg University Admissions Committee website.

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